Product Specialist

Overview

Bonitz, Inc., founded in 1954, is an Employee-Owned Company operating as specialty trade commercial contractors servicing the construction industry. Bonitz designs and installs custom flooring, walls, ceilings, and cladding systems. We offer access, terrazzo, and other specialty flooring as well as floor care. We are committed to providing best-in-class project consulting, project management, and craftsmanship while delivering superior service and practical solutions.

Position Essential Duties

• Works on multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish in a fast-paced sales environment.
• Develops new business and manages existing business clients, including general contractors, architects, designers, owners, and end users.
• Takes ownership of projects from initial contact through completion, communicating with internal team members and leaders throughout the process.
• Ensures detailed and accurate work throughout the project, including reading blueprints and using estimating software.
• Works in both office and field environments, including on job sites.
• Possesses general business acumen, developing and implementing individual business, sales, and marketing plans.
• Visits ongoing projects daily to verify correct materials and methods, quality of installations, production rates, schedule progress, materials/equipment needed for upcoming work, and adherence to safety policies.
• Schedules and participates in pre-project planning meetings for large and/or complex projects, reviewing project scope, drawings, details, installation methods, production rates, schedule, phasing, etc., with appropriate personnel.
• Schedules and allocates daily manpower and other resources for all assigned projects to maintain required project schedules and maximize efficiency.
• Attends pre-bid meetings as needed, submits RFIs to General Contractors as required, reviews and understands project documents including drawings, specifications, scopes of work, construction schedules, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience preferred
• Experience in the construction or related industry preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Critical thinking, time management, organization, attention to detail
• Proficient computer skills
• Drive new business and build relationships with general contractors, architects, designers, owners, end users, and internal team members
• Maintain labor relations
• Professional appearance and disposition
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment
• Ability to identify and correct conditions affecting employee safety
• Ability to prioritize customer needs while adhering to company procedures

Safety Requirements

• Ensure all safety training and certifications are up to date or scheduled.
• Stay compliant with all Bonitz safety policies to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
• Commitment to working safely while completing all tasks.
• Up-to-date knowledge of requirements for necessary equipment and training per job.